Crime
Sadie Gochis killed in Homosassa shooting, suspect Michael McClellan surrendered and in custody
HOMOSASSA, Fla. — A deadly shooting and hours-long standoff in Citrus County on Friday drew assistance from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, including its SWAT team, as authorities worked to bring the situation under control.
According to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a residence on South Palmer Avenue in Homosassa at approximately 9:00 a.m. following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, deputies heard additional shots coming from inside the home.
A juvenile who had been inside the residence managed to escape to a neighbor’s home, where he informed deputies that 37-year-old Michael Lee McClellan was inside and had shot a woman later identified as Sadie Gochis.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team responded to assist in securing the perimeter and containing the situation.
Negotiators engaged McClellan for several hours before he ultimately surrendered without further incident.
Upon entering the residence, deputies discovered that Sadie Gochis had died from her injuries.
“This was an emotional and dangerous situation from the start,” said Citrus County Sheriff David Vincent. “Our teams remained calm, focused, and worked tenaciously to prevent further loss of life. While we’re grateful the situation didn’t escalate further, we’re saddened by the tragic outcome. Our hearts go out to the family of the victim.”
Officials stated that details regarding formal charges against McClellan will be released as the investigation continues.
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office expressed appreciation to Citrus County Fire Rescue for their rapid response and treatment of minor heat-related issues among personnel at the scene.
Sheriff Billy Woods and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team were also commended for their professional and timely assistance, which authorities say was instrumental in resolving the standoff safely.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.